As of September 1, 2018, Skype will no longer offer the option to buy Skype Credit. Any unused Skype Credit will remain valid according to the Skype Credit Terms of Use. You can still use Skype Credit to make calls to landlines and mobiles, send SMS messages, and buy subscriptions.
Skype offers a variety of features that can be accessed by purchasing Skype Credit. These features include making calls to landlines and mobile phones, sending SMS messages, and purchasing call time in advance. Skype Credit can be purchased in increments of $5, $10, $25, and $100. Skype also offers a subscription service that provides unlimited calling to landlines and mobile phones in select countries for a monthly fee.
It is clear that Skype is withdrawing its credit services, and this is likely due to the company's new focus on business users. This is a shame for consumers, who will now have to look elsewhere for a way to make calls to landlines and mobile phones. However, Skype still offers a great service for making calls to other Skype users, and it is unlikely that this change will have a major impact on the company's overall popularity.